Title: HBPS Special Event Meeting
Location: 101 South Main St. Ashley, PA 18706
Description: Presentation by Bill Hastie and Bob Wolensky titled, “The Pennsylvania Coal Company and the Subcontracting System:  Italians, Wildcatters, and the Industrial Workers of the World, 1905-1916.”  The talk will take place at the Earth Conservancy Building, 101 South Main St., Ashley.  Beginning in 1938, the Pennsylvania Coal Company operated collieries in the Pittston-Avoca and Scranton-Dunmore areas.  The company had a long history of labor-management conflict and involvement with alleged organized criminals.  The speakers are currently completing a book on labor relations at the Pennsylvania Coal Company between 1900 and 1928. The general public is invited to attend.  Refreshments will be served.
Start Time: 7:00 p.m.
Date: 2011-01-25